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$326+ Cheap flights from Decatur, IL to San Diego (DEC - SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEC — SAN
Jul 14 — Jul 211
Tue 7/14
Tue 7/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Decatur to San Diego

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Decatur to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/309:37 am
DEC
-
SAN
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Sun 8/210:25 pm
SAN
-
DEC
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:55 pm
DEC
-
SAN
1 stop19h 27m
United Airlines
Wed 11/410:30 pm
SAN
-
DEC
1 stop8h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/109:37 am
DEC
-
SAN
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Thu 7/166:40 am
SAN
-
DEC
1 stop9h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/59:37 am
DEC
-
SAN
1 stop7h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 7/1110:25 pm
SAN
-
DEC
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$525

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

DecaturSan Diego

DEC - SAN

DECSAN

Decatur Arpt

Thu 7/30

9:37 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Sun 8/2

8:32 pm-8:57 am

2 stops10h 25m

$408

DecaturSan Diego

DEC - SAN

DECSAN

Decatur Arpt

Sat 10/31

6:55 pm-11:11 am

1 stop18h 16m

San Diego

Wed 11/4

10:30 pm-8:46 am

1 stop8h 16m

$459

DecaturSan Diego

DEC - SAN

DECSAN

Decatur Arpt

Fri 7/10

9:37 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Diego

Thu 7/16

8:32 pm-8:57 am

2 stops10h 25m

$469

DecaturSan Diego

DEC - SAN

DECSAN

Decatur Arpt

Sat 12/5

6:55 pm-9:17 am

2 stops16h 22m

San Diego

Thu 12/10

3:00 pm-8:46 am

2 stops15h 46m

$489
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

DecaturSan Diego

DEC - SAN

DECSAN

Decatur Arpt

Thu 7/30

6:45 pm-9:29 am

1 stop16h 44m

$326

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated June 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Decatur to San Diego. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,818 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,818 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,818 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Decatur to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Decatur, Illinois to San Diego?

    Departing from Decatur, Illinois to San Diego will take you 7h 48m. The distance between Decatur, Illinois and San Diego is about 1643 mi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Decatur to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Decatur to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Decatur to San Diego?

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Top airline flying from Decatur to San Diego

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Decatur to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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